Voi perkele is what a Finn reaches for when frustration tips over into something close to spiritual. It is not aggressive and it is not casual. It is precise. It is the phrase for the morning the car will not start at minus twenty, the evening the sauna comes out lukewarm and the moment someone takes the last pulla.
This is the plain version, the words and a single lightning bolt and nothing else, because the phrase has never needed decoration to land. It is for the people who know the difference between swearing and meaning it.
For the full story behind the word, read the Perkele meaning guide.
The front print keeps it to clean lettering and a single lightning bolt, which is all the drama the words require. This unisex Bella and Canvas 3001 tee is printed in Europe using durable direct to garment printing that keeps the design soft and long lasting. The fabric is soft and lightweight combed and ring spun cotton with a comfortable regular fit that suits men and women, and it comes in Black, Navy, Forest, Charity Pink and White. We offer free worldwide shipping with no minimum, so your shirt arrives wherever you are.
If you would rather let the cat say it for you, the Voi perkele cat tee is here.
Size guide
| |
LENGTH (inches) |
WIDTH (inches) |
CHEST (inches) |
| S |
28 |
18 |
34-37 |
| M |
29 |
20 |
38-41 |
| L |
30 |
22 |
42-45 |
| XL |
31 |
24 |
46-49 |
| 2XL |
32 |
26 |
50-53 |
| 3XL |
33 |
28 |
54-57 |
| |
LENGTH (cm) |
WIDTH (cm) |
CHEST (cm) |
| S |
71.1 |
45.7 |
86.4-94 |
| M |
73.7 |
50.8 |
96.5-104.1 |
| L |
76.2 |
55.9 |
106.7-114.3 |
| XL |
78.7 |
61 |
116.8-124.5 |
| 2XL |
81.3 |
66 |
127-134.6 |
| 3XL |
83.8 |
71.1 |
137.2-144.8 |
About Very Finnish Problems
VFP was started by British author Joel Willans, who met his Finnish wife in London and moved with her to Helsinki in 2002. Over the next two decades his observations of Finnish life grew into a community of 1.3 million people worldwide. Every design is inspired by real Finnish life and created by Joel and his team in Helsinki. Joel is also the author of the Very Finnish Problems books, written after many years of living in Finland and still not fully understanding it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do you ship?
We ship to over 50 countries including the US, Canada, UK, Australia and across Europe, and shipping is always free worldwide.
How long does delivery take?
Most orders arrive within 5 to 10 business days, and you will receive a tracking link as soon as your order ships.
What if the size does not fit?
We offer a 30 day returns policy, so if the fit is not right you can get in touch and we will sort it out. It is worth checking the size chart before ordering if you are unsure.
How should I wash it?
Machine wash it cold and inside out, then tumble dry low or hang it to dry, which keeps the print sharp for longer.
Is it ethically made?
Every item is printed using DTG technology on OEKO-TEX certified blanks and made to order, so there is no batch overproduction.
